--- sourceDocument: australia Combined Product Files sourceDocumentLink: https://www.servicenow.com/docs/r/australia/delta-xanadu-australia Release : - australia ft:locale : - en-US ft:publication_title : - australia Combined Product Files ft:clusterId : - delta3ax bundleId : - delta3ax --- # Combined Password Reset release notes for upgrades from Xanadu to Australia # Combined Password Reset release notes for upgrades from Xanadu to Australia {#ariaid-title1} Release version: Australia Updated October 8, 2026 ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 4 minutes to read Summarize ![AI sparkle icon](https://servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ai-sparkle-icon) Summarized using AI This content was generated using new OpenAI-powered functionality. Results are provided on an as is basis and are not guaranteed to be accurate or complete. ## Summary of Combined Password Reset Release Notes for Upgrades from Xanadu to Australia This consolidated release notes document provides ServiceNow customers with all relevant updates, new features, changes, deprecations, and important upgrade considerations for the Password Reset application when upgrading from the Xanadu release family through Yokohama, Zurich, and finally to Australia. It is designed to help you prepare for and smoothly execute your upgrade by summarizing key enhancements and modifications across these releases. Show full answer Show less ## Key Features * **Yokohama Release:** Introduced Deny ACLs for Password Reset access, enhancing security by restricting access to Password Reset tables for non-authenticated users. * **Australia Release:** Added a granular Password Reset admin role (*passwordresetadmin*), enabling more precise configuration and administration of Password Reset features. ## Changes * **Xanadu Release:** Enhanced security by introducing a property (*glide.pwdreset.onetime.token.validity*) to control the expiration duration of password reset URLs, which default to one hour. * **Zurich Release:** Adopted the Coral theme as the default for portals, web, and mobile experiences with Next Experience or Core UI enabled, including a dark theme option to improve readability and reduce eye strain. ## Deprecations * **Yokohama Release:** Password Reset workflows were deprecated and replaced by flows in the base system for most users; however, zBoot users must continue to use Password Reset flows. ## Activation and Requirements Password Reset is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature and is active by default in all release families from Xanadu through Australia. There are no additional or changed browser requirements or localization considerations noted across these releases. ## Accessibility The Zurich release introduced a dark theme option as part of the new Coral theme, designed to enhance accessibility by alleviating eye strain and improving readability for web and mobile users. ## Important Upgrade Notes * Review pre- and post-upgrade tasks carefully to ensure a smooth transition. * Note that no Password Reset features or functionality were removed between Xanadu and Australia. * Security enhancements such as Deny ACLs and granular admin roles help better protect and manage Password Reset operations. * The Coral theme provides a modernized user experience consistent across platforms. Consolidated page of all release notes for Password Reset from Xanadu to Australia. ## How to use this page To help you prepare for your upgrade, we have combined the cross-family Password Reset release notes onto one page. Read this summary of the new features, changes, and updated information for your product from Xanadu to Australia. Tip: If there were no updates for a release notes section in a certain family release, we included a short note for your reference. For example, if a product did not have any updates in Tokyo, the row says "No updates for this release." ## Important information for upgrading Password Reset to Australia Before you upgrade to Australia, review these pre- and post-upgrade tasks and complete the tasks as needed. {#dfrn3-passwordreset-summary__entry__2} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## New features Between your current release family and Australia, new features were introduced for Password Reset. {#dfrn3-passwordreset-summary__entry__12} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | [Deny ACLs for Password Reset Access](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=r_InstalledWithPasswordReset&family=yokohama&ft:locale=en-US) : Enhance the security of Password Reset related tables by restricting access to non-authenticated users through Deny ACLs. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | [Granular admin roles in Password Reset](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=r_InstalledWithPasswordReset&family=australia&ft:locale=en-US) : Configure the Password Reset application features using the granular Password Reset admin role (password_reset_admin). | [ ] ## Changes Between your current release family and Australia, some changes were made to existing Password Reset features. {#dfrn3-passwordreset-summary__entry__22} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | [Enhancing Password Reset Security URL](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=password-reset-global-properties&family=xanadu&ft:locale=en-US) : Control the expiration duration of a password reset URL by setting the `glide.pwd_reset.onetime.token.validity` property. By default, the URL is valid for one hour. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | Coral theme : Coral is now the default theme for new portal, web, and mobile experiences with Next Experience or Core UI enabled. This theme provides a fresh look and feel, featuring brand-neutral illustrations to enhance your user experience. A dark theme option is available for web and mobile experiences. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Removed Between your current release family and Australia, some Password Reset features or functionality were removed. {#dfrn3-passwordreset-summary__entry__32} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Deprecations Between your current release family and Australia, some Password Reset features or functionality were deprecated. {#dfrn3-passwordreset-summary__entry__42} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | Password Reset workflows are deprecated and have been replaced by flows in the base system for most users. zBoot users must still use the Password Reset flows. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Activation information Review information on how to activate Password Reset. {#dfrn3-passwordreset-summary__entry__52} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | Password Reset is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature that is active by default. | | Yokohama | Activation information : Password Reset is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature that is active by default. | | Zurich | Activation information : Password Reset is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature that is active by default. | | Australia | Activation information : Password Reset is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature that is active by default. | [ ] ## Additional requirements If any additional requirements were introduced or changed for Password Reset we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-passwordreset-summary__entry__62} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Browser requirements If any specific browser requirements were introduced or changed for Password Reset we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-passwordreset-summary__entry__72} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Accessibility information Review details on accessibility information for Password Reset, such as specific requirements or compliance levels. {#dfrn3-passwordreset-summary__entry__82} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | Accessibility information : Dark theme : The new Coral theme includes a dark theme option for web and mobile experiences. This option is commonly used to alleviate eye strain and improve readability. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Localization information If there are specific localization considerations for Password Reset we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-passwordreset-summary__entry__92} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Highlight information If there are specific highlight considerations for Password Reset we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-passwordreset-summary__entry__102} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | Control the duration of the validity of the Password Reset URL provided in a notification email. See [Password Reset](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=password-reset-landing-page&family=xanadu&ft:locale=en-US) for more information. | | Yokohama | * Enhanced security for all client-callable script includes by switching off the sandbox mode. * Enhanced security access for Password Reset tables. See [Password Reset](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=password-reset-landing-page&family=yokohama&ft:locale=en-US) for more information. | | Zurich | Coral is the new default theme for Next Experience and Core UI, offering a more modern experience. See [Password Reset](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=password-reset-landing-page&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) for more information. | | Australia | Use the Password Reset granular admin role to configure Password Reset features. See [Password Reset](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=password-reset-landing-page&family=australia&ft:locale=en-US) for more information. | [ ]